*\*\*\* Any individual who receives an offer of employment or will receive a payroll check are required to submit to a drug and alcohol test as a condition of obtaining employment.\*\*\* *
*\*\*\*\*Mille Lacs Band Member/American Indian preference applies\*\*\*\**
*SUMMARY*:
The Lab Assistant is responsible for drawing and preparing blood specimens, preparing laboratory instruments for analysis, and assessing/validating test results before reporting to MLBO medical providers.
*QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Phlebotomist Certificate or ability to learn while on-the-job.
* One to three (3) years' experience in related field preferred.
* Moderate knowledge of medical terminology and lab instrumentation.
* Able to work and communicate effectively with patients, families, public agencies, vendors, co-workers, and providers.
* Able to accept direction and constructive feedback and follow through in a timely and accurate manner.
* Ability and willingness to travel as necessary for job and training purposes.
* Able to produce timely and accurate work with a high degree of efficiency.
* Excellent verbal, written, and clerical skills.
* Knowledge of the HIPPA Act and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all patient, Clinic and Band information.
* Has experience with and understanding of Native American culture and is able to demonstrate cultural sensitivity, and compassion with all patients and co-workers.
Compliance with the Mille Lacs Band's Drug & Alcohol Policy.
* Must have valid driver's license and be insurable under the Bands auto policy.
* Be able to work independent, and have good time management skills.
* Must have a current valid driver's license.
* Must be insurable under the Mille Lacs Band Drivers Insurance policy.
* Must pass a background check.
* Must pass a Pre-employment drug & alcohol test.
*DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*:
* Comply with facility's HIPPA and COLA regulations.
* Establish an understanding of CPT, ICD 10 codes and organize/ oversee activities of the laboratory.
* Ability to pay attention to laboratory data detail and work under time constraints.
* Ability to remain calm and keep composure when dealing with patients and /or parents who are stressed.
* Participate in the maintenance of laboratory personnel, policy procedure manuals and files.
* Collect and process drug screen UA's from MLBO HR department for pre-employment, random, suspicion, and post-accident incidences, as well as drug screen UA's from probation cases.
* Comply with OSHA regulations and work rules, as well as quality assurance practices.
* Ability to fulfill the steps involved in analyzing laboratory test requests from the facility's providers, including:
* proper specimen collection, including patient preparation
* proper specimen: labeling, handling, preservation, processing, preparation, storage, and transportation
* implementing all standard procedures
* performing test method
* proper instrument use, when applicable
* performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration procedures, when applicable
* implementing QC policies and procedures
* assessing and verifying the validity of patient test results by evaluating the QC results before reporting patient results.
* Maintain Laboratory Inventory, order supplies, as needed and assist/organize QA Tasks.
* Other duties as assigned.
*WORKING CONDITIONS:*
· Hours are from 8am-5pm Monday through Friday.
· Minimal stress level.
· Work is indoors.
· Risk or personal danger exposure is moderate due to encountering blood born pathogens.
· Travel to all three clinic sites is expected; travel outside of the state is not required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.47 - $20.47 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Dependent care reimbursement
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid holidays
* Paid time off
* Prescription drug insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Experience:
* Phlebotomy: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CNA (Preferred)
* Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
* Medical Technologist (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
* Onamia, MN 56359 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Onamia, MN 56359: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person